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Monday, 23 September, 2002, 09:05 GMT 10:05 UK
SCOTLAND
CBI in devolution broadsideThe Scottish Parliament is described as "self-indulgent" by the CBI as it argues against plans for regional assemblies in England.
Adults warned of meningitis riskThe number of Scottish adults contracting meningitis has shown a significant increase, according to a charity.
Rise in child road deathsThe number of children killed on Scottish roads increases despite government targets to reduce fatalities, statistics show.
Police register fireworks concern
Scotland's police forces call for legislation governing the sale of fireworks to be tightened.
British Energy facing crucial week
Investors are hoping the UK government will extend its emergency finance package for the struggling nuclear power firm.
Labour voting reform worries allayed
A Labour official moves to reassure party activists amid reports that a deal has been agreed over voting reform for Scotland's councils.
Blunkett's comments branded 'keech'
Home Secretary David Blunkett is accused of "bletherin' a heap o' keech" over asylum seekers and refugees.
SNP reveals new colour
The Scottish National Party reveals its new election campaign colour... plus more political news in brief.
Health alert at nursing home
Experts have been called to a nursing home in Dundee after 40 people appeared to have contracted gastroenteritis.
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Views from Scotland Parting giftSuicide blast victim's family donates kidney Life in fast laneScots care more for their cars than their health Dolphin dreamA cerebral palsy sufferer prepares for a US trip Political chessBBC's John Knox reviews week in parliament Fighting for fishTen-year-old marches to save dad's livelihood Papers reviewTop stories in Scotland's newspapers News in brief Short news stories from around Scotland Political news in brief Short political news stories from around Scotland Roadworks Details of long-term roadworks in Scotland |
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